2003 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 695 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Vauxhall Monaro | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Wartburg |
Model | Monaro | 312 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |