2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 301 kg more than 1963 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Tahoe | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
