1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 43 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 440 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
Model | Cutlass | 312 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |