1990 Citroen XM vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 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 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | XM | 311 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
