2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 731 kg more than 1963 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Ram | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
