1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 55 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1155 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 312 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
