2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 643 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 Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Lumina | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
