1959 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | DS | 311 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 82 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |