2006 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 51 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |