1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1959 Chrysler Imperial 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1390 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 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Imperial | 312 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
