1959 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 256 F1 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 49 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
