1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
Model | Bonneville | 311 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |