2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 291 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Silverado | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |
