1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 710 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Seville | 312 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |