2001 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 44 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | NSX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
