2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | Charger | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |