2009 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1962 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 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2697 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |