1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 43 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 686 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Wartburg 311 | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Wartburg | Hyundai |
| Model | 311 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
