2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 920 kg more than 1955 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 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
Model | Coupe | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |