1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 585 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Wartburg 311 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Wartburg | Saab |
| Model | 311 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
