1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 250 GTO | 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 |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |