1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Wartburg | Volkswagen |
| Model | 311 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
