1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1956 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | 300 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
