2000 Acura RL vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 715 kg more than 1962 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | RL | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |