2008 Saturn Aura vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Aura | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Saturn | Wartburg |
Model | Aura | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |