1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Wartburg | Opel |
| Model | 312 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
