1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
| Model | Bigua | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
