1960 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 52 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (200 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 649 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Wartburg 311 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Volvo |
| Model | 311 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
