2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 900 kg more than 1957 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Enclave | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |