2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1956 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 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Rainier | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |