2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 910 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |