1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 46 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Wartburg | Audi |
| Model | 311 | TT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
