1961 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1197 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 2011 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Wartburg | Dodge |
| Model | 312 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
