1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 311 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
