2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1963 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 Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Yukon | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
