1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 674 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2788 mm |
