1970 Ginetta G15 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G15 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 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G15 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Wartburg |
| Model | G15 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
