1996 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile SS | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
| Model | SS | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
