1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2005 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Westfield ZEI is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Westfield ZEI (173 HP @ 9800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Wartburg 311 | 2005 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Wartburg | Westfield |
| Model | 311 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
