2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Silverado | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
