1965 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 2 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 490 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | DS | 311 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |