2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 980 kg more than 1962 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 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Sprinter | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
