2006 Toyota Tundra vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 441 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tundra | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Tundra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
