2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | T5 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
