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Wartburg 311 Cabriolet

General information

ModelWartburg 311 Cabriolet
Year1963
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size992 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement992 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power50.70 PS (37 kW or 50 HP) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Max torque98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke73.6 x 78.0 mm (2.9 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemAir

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0523 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Passenger space3840 litres (1,015 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight970 kg (2,138.5 pounds)
Overall length4310 mm (169.7 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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