2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 807 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 120 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 908 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lotec | Wartburg |
| Model | C 1000 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
