2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1965 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 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Express | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
