2003 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 618 kg more than 1957 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 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Concorde | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Concorde | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
