1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 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 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | DeVille | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
