2003 AC Aceca vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 550 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | AC | Wartburg |
Model | Aceca | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |