2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | CLK | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
