1954 Ford 12 M vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1955 Wartburg 312 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford 12 M (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford 12 M | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | 12 M | 312 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
