1998 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 955 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
Model | Bravada | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |