1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 865 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Wartburg | Buick |
| Model | 311 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2837 mm |
