1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | Eldorado | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
