2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 48 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 570 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | LeMans | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
