1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 Lotus Seven is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lotus | Wartburg |
| Model | Seven | 311 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
