1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 710 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1967 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Caprice | 312 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6474 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |