1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1960 Wartburg 311 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Wartburg 311 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Wartburg 311 | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Wartburg | Wartburg |
| Model | 311 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
