1998 Tatra T700 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 40 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1958 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 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tatra T700 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Tatra | Wartburg |
| Model | T700 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
