2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 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 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
Model | Guara | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |