1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1961 Cadillac 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | 62 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
