2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1648 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1966 Wartburg 353 has manual transmission. 1966 Wartburg 353 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Silverado | 353 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
