1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1966 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | DeVille | 312 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
