2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2009 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Infiniti | Wartburg |
Model | QX56 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |