1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1965 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | 240 | 312 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |