1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 940 kg more than 1959 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Seville | 311 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |