1981 Porsche 928 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Porsche 928 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 928 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
| Model | 928 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
