2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (113 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 155 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mini | Wartburg |
Model | Cooper | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |