2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1475 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | GMC | Wartburg |
Model | Acadia | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |