1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Bora (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Bora | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
Model | Bora | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |