1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | Fleetwood | 312 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
