1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | 300 ZX | 312 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |