1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alpina | Wartburg |
Model | B6 | 311 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |