2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP) has 344 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1933 kg more than 1964 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 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hummer | Wartburg |
| Model | H2 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 43 L |
