1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Buick Centurion is newer by 15 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 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1110 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Centurion | 312 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |