2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1963 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Avalanche | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
