1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 623 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Wartburg | Subaru |
Model | 312 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |