2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Armada | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
