2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Caterham | Wartburg |
| Model | 7 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
