2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1000 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Sprinter | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
