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Wartburg 312

General information

ModelWartburg 312
Year1957
Rating49.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size993 ccm (60.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement993 ccm (60.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power37.00 PS (27 kW or 36 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque82 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke70.0 x 78.0 mm (2.8 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemAir

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0385 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3840 litres (1,015 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight960 kg (2,116.4 pounds)
Overall length4310 mm (169.7 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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