1967 Wartburg 312 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 108 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 541 kg more than 1967 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312. 2007 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1967 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1967 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Wartburg 312 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Wartburg | Opel |
| Model | 312 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
