2003 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 45 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1030 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
| Model | Bravada | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
