1957 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 312 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 132 L |
