1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 32 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 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 650 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | DeVille | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
