1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 395 kg more than 1956 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Dart | 311 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
