2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 46 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Wartburg 311. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Malibu | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
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 | 170 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |