2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DBS | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 43 L |