2001 Audi RS4 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1956 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi RS4 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | RS4 | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |