1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 572 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Buick | Wartburg |
| Model | Reatta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
