1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 312 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Wartburg | Acura |
| Model | 312 | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
