1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 48 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 495 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Wartburg | Mini |
Model | 312 | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |