2007 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 670 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |