2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 6 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
