1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1465 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Wartburg | GMC |
| Model | 311 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
