2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 590 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Rainier | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |