2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | SRX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
