2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (251 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 903 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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Pacifica | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
