1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 55 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (201 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 900 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 311 | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
Model | 311 | C6 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |