2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 855 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Aspen | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
