2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1963 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Terraza | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |