1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 47 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1107 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 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Wartburg | Infiniti |
Model | 312 | FX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2885 mm |