1963 Wartburg 311 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (179 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 563 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 311 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Volvo |
| Model | 311 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
