2007 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 51 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 595 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A3 | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |