2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 882 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 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
