1981 Bitter SC vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 26 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 380 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Bitter | Wartburg |
Model | SC | 311 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 248 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |