2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 528 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | GT | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |