2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 50 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 785 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Magnum | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
