1999 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 34 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 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 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |