2005 Chrysler LHS vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Chrysler LHS 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler LHS (250 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 659 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 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler LHS | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | LHS | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |
