2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 336 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Land Rover | Wartburg |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |