1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 17 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 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1810 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | 600 | 312 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2460 mm |