2009 Acura MDX vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 44 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 824 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | MDX | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |