1977 Porsche 930 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Porsche 930 is newer by 12 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 180 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Porsche 930 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
Model | 930 | 311 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |