1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1955 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Wartburg | Volvo |
Model | 312 | S60 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |