2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1955 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Land Rover | Wartburg |
Model | Freelander | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3190 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |