1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 330 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
