1995 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 610 kg more than 1965 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 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | E | 312 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
