2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 505 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 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
Model | 911 | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |