1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 965 kg more than 1955 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 311 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2460 mm |