1990 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Le Baron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Le Baron weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 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, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Le Baron | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
