2008 Honda Element vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Element | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
