2007 Audi S3 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 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 S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S3 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | S3 | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |