2000 Acura TL vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 40 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 615 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | TL | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 1575 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |