1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 632 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 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Citroen |
| Model | 311 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
