1987 Opel Senator vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 32 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 566 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Senator | 311 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
