2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 301 kg more than 1963 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Avalanche | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
