1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 311 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
