2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 554 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 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Impala | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
