1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1955 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 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Monteverdi 400 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Monteverdi | Wartburg |
Model | 400 | 312 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 392 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 657 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |