2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 50 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1297 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Envoy | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2460 mm |
