2003 Buick Regal vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 600 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 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Regal | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |