1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | CLK | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
