1999 Acura SLX vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1963 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 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | SLX | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2460 mm |
