1972 Honda Z vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Honda Z is newer by 7 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 899 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Z | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Z | 311 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |