2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
| Model | 911 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
