2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 448 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 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Coupe | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
