2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1370 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.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Express | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |