1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 250 LM | 311 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 43 L |