1999 AC Aceca vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 36 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 650 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | AC | Wartburg |
Model | Aceca | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |