2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1405 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Silverado | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |