1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
| Model | 911 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
