1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | 62 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |
