2006 Lexus SC vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 855 kg more than 1959 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 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | SC | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
