2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 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 Sebring (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Sebring | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
