1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 35 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 250 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alpine | Wartburg |
Model | V6 | 311 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |