1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | Seville | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 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 |
