2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | V12 | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 82 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |