2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Altima | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
