2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 945 kg more than 1956 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | CLS | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6207 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |