1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 7 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), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1085 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | 62 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
