1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 760 kg more than 1963 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Caprice | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
