1954 Ferrari 553 F1 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1955 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 553 F1 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
