2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1943 kg more than 1956 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 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H2 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Hummer | Wartburg |
Model | H2 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 393 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |