1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 532 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
