1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | 600 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
