1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1963 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Eldorado | 311 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |