2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 369 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 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G8 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
Model | G8 | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |