1967 Alvis TF vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alvis TF 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 1967 Alvis TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alvis | Wartburg |
| Model | TF | 311 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
