1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial (161 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 311 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
