1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 700 kg more than 1964 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Seville | 311 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |