1964 Wartburg 311 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1964 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 311 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Wartburg | GAZ |
| Model | 311 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
