2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1261 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.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hummer | Wartburg |
| Model | H3 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
