1958 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1959 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac DeVille (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1958 Cadillac DeVille | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | DeVille | 311 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |