2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP) has 331 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 740 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | V8 Vantage | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |