1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 311 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 590 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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 6C | 311 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |