1992 Acura NSX vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 31 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 410 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 1992 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | NSX | 312 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
