1989 Citroen XM vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 540 kg more than 1956 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 (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | XM | 311 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
