2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Brera | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
