1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | Eldorado | 311 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
