2009 Lexus GS vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (246 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 650 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 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | GS | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
