1991 TVR Griffith vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 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 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 TVR Griffith | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | TVR | Wartburg |
| Model | Griffith | 311 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
