1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 664 kg more than 1955 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
Model | Intrigue | 312 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |