2001 Buick Century vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 43 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 560 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Century | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |