2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 44 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP) has 405 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 940 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | Vanquish | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
