1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 540 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
| Model | 5000 GT | 312 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
