2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Malibu | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
