2002 Acura NSX vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 492 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | NSX | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |