1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 530 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 311 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
