2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 996 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | SRX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
