1981 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 860 kg more than 1955 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 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Mark VI | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
Model | Mark VI | 312 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |