1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1984 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1960 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1960 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Wartburg 311 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Wartburg | Pontiac |
Model | 311 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |