1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1955 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 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | 250 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
