2008 Maybach 57 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP) has 555 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1766 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 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 902 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Maybach | Wartburg |
| Model | 57 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2460 mm |
