2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 51 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1476 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Sierra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2460 mm |
