2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1620 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Express | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2460 mm |
