1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 560 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 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Wartburg | Cadillac |
| Model | 312 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
