1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 426 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 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Malibu | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
