1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1385 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.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
| Model | Navigator | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
