2005 Acura MDX vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 43 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1076 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 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | MDX | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
