2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 790 kg more than 1963 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | V8 Vantage | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |