2001 Lexus SC vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 515 kg more than 1965 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
Model | SC | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |