1987 Toyota Supra vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Toyota Supra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 591 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Supra 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 1987 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1987 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Supra | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
Model | Supra | 312 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |