1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 40 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 311 | 2006 Audi S4 | |
Make | Wartburg | Audi |
Model | 311 | S4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |