1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 31 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1266 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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | Lagonda | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
