2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 42 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 800 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Infiniti | Wartburg |
Model | Q45 | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |