2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 39 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 710 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
