1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 39 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Wartburg |
Model | D8 | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |