2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1955 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 918 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | Q7 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |