1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 342 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 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | RX-7 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
