2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | CTS | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
