1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 215 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
| Model | Guara | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
