2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | XG 350 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
