2003 Citroen C8 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Citroen C8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1962 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 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C8 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C8 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
