1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 27 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 355 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alpina | Wartburg |
| Model | B6 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
