1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 706 kg more than 1965 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 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
Model | Firebird | 311 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7456 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 563 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |