2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 720 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 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac GTO | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
| Model | GTO | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
