1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1965 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 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Eldorado | 312 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |