1957 Wartburg 312 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1960 Wartburg 311 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 36 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 82 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Wartburg 312 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Wartburg |
| Model | 312 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
