1963 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 48 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 775 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Wartburg | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 311 | CLS |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |