1998 Lexus ES vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Lexus ES is newer by 35 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus ES weights approximately 570 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, 1998 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1998 Lexus ES 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. 1998 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus ES | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | ES | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
