2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 657 kg more than 1963 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 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Lucerne | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |