2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1395 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Commander | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |