1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 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 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Holden | Wartburg |
Model | Belmont | 311 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |