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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP) has 202 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 500 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 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 | 1997 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
