1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB4 | 311 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |