2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1960 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Express | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
