2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1312 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Sierra | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| 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 | 49 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |
