2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | DTS | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
