1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 573 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Wartburg 311 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Wartburg | Volkswagen |
| Model | 311 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
