1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 45 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1061 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Wartburg 311 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Wartburg | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 311 | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2021 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |