2003 Acura TL vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Acura TL 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 TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 618 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 TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | TL | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |