1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 |
