2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1759 kg more than 1955 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
| Model | Navigator | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
