2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Wartburg |
| Model | Defender | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
