2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 717 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
