2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (260 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Eclipse | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
