2008 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 790 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Sharan | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
