1998 Toyota Camry vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 445 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.
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 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Camry | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
