1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 38 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 215 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
Model | Guara | 311 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |