2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Silverado | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
