1997 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 311 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |