1963 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 49 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 885 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2012 Holden Captiva 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. 2012 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 311 | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Wartburg | Holden |
| Model | 311 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
