1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 28 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 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 640 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | DeVille | 311 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4892 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |