1973 Opel Commodore vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 17 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 210 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Commodore | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Commodore | 311 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |