1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 625 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Wartburg 312 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Wartburg | Xedos |
Model | 312 | 9 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |