2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 867 kg more than 1955 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 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Seville | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |