2007 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 635 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, 2007 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |