2005 Acura TSX vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 40 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 545 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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | TSX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
