Wartburg 311 311
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Wartburg - 311

Details-
BrandWartburg
Model311
Generation311
Modification1.0 (45 Hp)
Start Of Production1962
End Of Production1967

Performance

The 311 model has a maximum speed of 125 km/h, equivalent to 77.67 mph, making it a decent choice for city driving and short highway trips.

Specs-
Rating
Max Speed125 km/h 77.67 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a sedan with a length of 4300 mm (169.29 in), width of 1570 mm (61.81 in), height of 1450 mm (57.09 in) and a wheelbase of 2450 mm (96.46 in). It has 4-5 seats and 4 doors. The model is 311.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats4-5
Doors4
Length4300 mm 169.29 in.
Width1570 mm 61.81 in.
Height1450 mm 57.09 in.
Wheelbase2450 mm 96.46 in.

Fuel Consumption

The 311 model is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 8.47 l/100 km, 27.77 US mpg, 33.35 UK mpg, and 11.81 km/l. It also has an extra-urban fuel consumption of 7.69 l/100 km, 30.59 US mpg, 36.73 UK mpg, and 13 km/l.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban7.69 l/100 km 30.59 US mpg 36.73 UK mpg 13 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined8.47 l/100 km 27.77 US mpg 33.35 UK mpg 11.81 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car has a 311 model with a 1000 cm3, inline 3-cylinder engine, producing 45 HP at 4200 RPM and 93 Nm of torque at 2200 RPM. The engine features a carburettor and natural aspiration, with a compression ratio of 7.5. The car has a 4-speed manual transmission, driving the front wheels. Both the front and rear suspensions use leaf springs. The maximum engine speed is 4500 RPM.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power45 Hp @ 4200 rpm.
Power Per Litre45 Hp/l
Torque93 Nm @ 2200 rpm. 68.59 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Displacement1000 cm3 61.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders3
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore73.5 mm 2.89 in.
Piston Stroke78 mm 3.07 in.
Compression Ratio7.5
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionLeaf spring
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring
Maximum Engine Speed4500 rpm.

Brakes

The car model 311 has drum brakes in both the front and rear, and uses a worm-reduction unit for steering. This type of brake and steering system was common in older car models and is less common in newer cars.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDrum
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeWorm-reduction unit

Weight & Capacity

The 311 model boasts an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 20.1 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 9.7 kg/Nm, making it a formidable performer on the road. With a kerb weight of 903 kg, it's clear that this car is built for speed and agility. The 44-liter fuel tank ensures that you can go the distance without needing to stop for a refill.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio20.1 kg/Hp, 49.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio9.7 kg/Nm, 103 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight903 kg 1990.77 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity44 l 11.62 US gal | 9.68 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Wartburg - 311

This car has 4-5 seats.

This car is a sedan.

The wheelbase of this car is 2450 mm (96.46 in).

125 km/h or 77.67 mph

It's decent for short highway trips, but not ideal for long highway drives.

Yes, it's a good choice for city driving due to its moderate speed and agility.

The 311 model uses petrol (gasoline)

The combined fuel consumption of the 311 model is 8.47 l/100 km, 27.77 US mpg, 33.35 UK mpg, and 11.81 km/l.

The extra-urban fuel consumption of the 311 model is 7.69 l/100 km, 30.59 US mpg, 36.73 UK mpg, and 13 km/l.

The engine layout is front, transverse.

It has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The engine is naturally aspirated.

The car has drum brakes in both the front and rear.

The car uses a worm-reduction unit for steering.

The brakes and steering system are functional, but are less common and advanced compared to newer car models.

20.1 kg/Hp, 49.8 Hp/tonne

44 l (11.62 US gal | 9.68 UK gal)

903 kg (1990.77 lbs)