1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 675 kg more than 1956 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 311 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
