2004 Toyota Camry vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 560 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Camry | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Camry | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
