1978 Buick Century vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 470 kg more than 1955 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Buick | Wartburg |
| Model | Century | 311 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
