1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1753 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Wartburg | Lincoln |
| Model | 312 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3023 mm |
