1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1672 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Wartburg 311 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Wartburg | GMC |
| Model | 311 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 119 L |
