2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1958 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Hummer | Wartburg |
Model | H3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 327 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |