1974 AC 428 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 AC 428 is newer by 9 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 470 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AC 428 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | AC | Wartburg |
Model | 428 | 311 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |