1980 Porsche 930 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Porsche 930 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Porsche 930 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
Model | 930 | 311 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 431 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 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 |