2006 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1963 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |