1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1956 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | Lagonda | 311 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |