2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 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 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 05-Sep | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Saab | Wartburg |
| Model | 05-Sep | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
