1995 Lexus GS vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 864 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 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | GS | 312 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
