2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 790 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Ram | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |
