1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312

To start off, 1966 Wartburg 311 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 311 (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Wartburg 311 1955 Wartburg 312
Make Wartburg Wartburg
Model 311 312
Year Released 1966 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 992 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 50 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.5 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 6.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2460 mm


 

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