1990 Opel Senator vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 600 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 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Senator | 311 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 275 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |