1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 22 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 660 kg more than 1963 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Avanti | Wartburg |
| Model | Avanti | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
