1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 620 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | LeSabre | 312 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |