1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 9 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 307 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 2600 | 311 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |