2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
| Model | 911 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
