1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 kg more than 1955 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 Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Seville | 311 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |