2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1955 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | GMC | Wartburg |
Model | Acadia | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |