1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
Model | Cutlass | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |