2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1960 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 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1960 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1960 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | 300 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
