2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 47 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 810 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti Q45 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Infiniti | Wartburg |
Model | Q45 | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |