1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 55 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 650 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Wartburg | Aston Martin |
Model | 312 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2022 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |