1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Buick | Wartburg |
| Model | Riviera | 311 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
