2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Legacy | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
