1991 Porsche 968 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 440 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
| Model | 968 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
