1999 AC Aceca vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 41 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 540 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | AC | Wartburg |
| Model | Aceca | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
