2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 675 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saab 05-Sep | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Saab | Wartburg |
Model | 05-Sep | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |