2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 54 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 690 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C8 | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |