1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 290 kg more than 1962 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 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | CW | 311 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
