2007 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (130 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 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, 2007 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 195 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |