1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1997 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Golf | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
