2003 Lexus GX vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1966 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | GX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
