1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 12 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 945 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Newport | 312 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
