1959 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 784 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Wartburg | Cadillac |
Model | 311 | CTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |