2001 GMC Sierra vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 815 kg more than 1965 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 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Sierra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
