1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 485 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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
