2009 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1960 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, 2009 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A4 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
