2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 380 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 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
| Model | Boxster | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
