1988 Venturi Coupe vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 295 kg more than 1962 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Venturi Coupe | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Venturi | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 311 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
