1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 940 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Seville | 312 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |