2003 Acura CL vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 48 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 610 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | CL | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |