2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Hummer | Wartburg |
| Model | H3 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
