2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1966 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
| Model | Navigator | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
