1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Commodore | 311 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |