2002 Lincoln LS vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 727 kg more than 1963 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln LS | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
| Model | LS | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
