2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Silverado | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
