2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 595 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Maxima | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | Maxima | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |