1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 34 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 785 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Seville | 312 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |