1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 15 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 360 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Charger | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
