1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 696 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 736 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lotec | Wartburg |
Model | Testa de Oro | 312 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 992 cc |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 342 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 914 kg |