1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Firebird | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
| Model | Firebird | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
