1999 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 670 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 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Saab 05-Sep | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Saab | Wartburg |
Model | 05-Sep | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |