1979 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-7 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | RX-7 | 311 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |