2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 927 kg more than 1955 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Magnum | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
