1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 7 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 250 GTE | 311 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |