1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | 600 | 312 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2460 mm |