1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 1961 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Cadillac Calais is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Cadillac Calais | 1961 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | Calais | 311 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
