1962 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Wartburg 311 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Wartburg | GMC |
Model | 311 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |