2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Porsche | Wartburg |
Model | 911 | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |