1944 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 311 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
| Model | 66 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
