2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | Q5 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
