1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Wartburg | Saab |
| Model | 312 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
