2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 475 kg more than 1965 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 Mercedes-Benz B (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | B | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
