2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 884 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (470 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | SL | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
