1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lotus | Wartburg |
Model | Elise | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |