1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1962 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 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Centurion | 311 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |