1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1960 Wartburg 311 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 212 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 43 L |
