1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 710 kg more than 1955 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | E | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
