1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1511 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Wartburg | GMC |
Model | 312 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2946 mm |