1961 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Wartburg | Porsche |
| Model | 312 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 898 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
