1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4250 mm |
