2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 659 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 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | LHS | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
