1999 Honda S2000 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | S2000 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
