1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 920 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Jimmy | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
