1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 5 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1155 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | Sixty | 312 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
