2006 Audi S3 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Audi S3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S3 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
