2004 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 464 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | NSX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
