2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 986 kg more than 1957 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Terraza | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |