1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Avanti | Wartburg |
| Model | Avanti | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
