2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (227 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 377 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 Pontiac G6 (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
| Model | G6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
