1957 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Thunderbird (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 552 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Thunderbird | 311 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5112 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
