1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 44 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1355 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Tahoe | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
