1999 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1999 Audi A4 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |