1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1573 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 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 311 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
Model | 311 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 117 L |