2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 255 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mini | Wartburg |
Model | Cooper | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |