1966 Mercury Cyclone vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Mercury Cyclone is newer by 2 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 666 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 1966 Mercury Cyclone 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 1966 Mercury Cyclone. 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, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Cyclone | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
Model | Cyclone | 312 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |