1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 24 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 360 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 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
