1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Camaro | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
