2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Sierra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
