1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 311 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 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) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Wartburg | Wartburg |
| Model | 311 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
