2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 660 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 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | CTS | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
