2009 Volkswagen CC vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen CC | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | CC | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
