2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1956 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | Viano | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
