2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 115 kg more than 1965 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 Chevrolet Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Impala | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |