2006 Audi TT vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 595 kg more than 1956 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | TT | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |