1991 Audi S2 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S2 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
