1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | 220 | 311 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |