1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 504 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Wartburg 312 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Wartburg | Pontiac |
Model | 312 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |