1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1957 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi RS2 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | RS2 | 312 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |