2007 Honda NSX vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 525 kg more than 1962 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 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | NSX | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
