1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 11 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 596 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Challenger | 312 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
