2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1775 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2009 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Maybach | Wartburg |
| Model | 57 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
