1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 312 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
