1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1955 Wartburg 311 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 311 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
