2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 596 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Touran | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
