1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | LeSabre | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |