1988 Citroen BX vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (71 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | BX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
