2009 Audi A5 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 425 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.
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 A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A5 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |