1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 38 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 706 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Riviera | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |