1963 Wartburg 311 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1520 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2013 Cadillac SRX 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. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Wartburg 311 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Wartburg | Cadillac |
| Model | 311 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
