2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 989 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | Wrangler | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
