1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Wartburg | GMC |
| Model | 311 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
