1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 46 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1271 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 2012 GMC Savana 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 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Wartburg | GMC |
Model | 312 | Savana |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 117 L |