2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 448 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Passat | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
