1961 Wartburg 311 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP) has 327 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1591 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Wartburg 311 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Wartburg | Toyota |
| Model | 311 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
