2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 48 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1607 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Canyon | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
