1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 720 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Wartburg | Saab |
| Model | 311 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
