2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 380 kg more than 1965 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | New Beetle | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
