2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1965 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 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Ram | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
