1986 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 31 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 325 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Venturi | Wartburg |
| Model | Cabriolet | 311 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
