1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac 62 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | 62 | 311 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2460 mm |