2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 392 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
Model | Grand Prix | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |