2007 Lexus GX vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 945 kg more than 1958 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 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | GX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
