1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Corvette | 311 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
