1989 Citroen XM vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 34 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 422 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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | XM | 311 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
