1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 1 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 133 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | AC | Wartburg |
Model | Greyhound | 312 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |