1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Wartburg 311 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Wartburg | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 311 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| 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 | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
