2000 Lexus GS vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 690 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 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | GS | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
