1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 330 is newer by 5 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 330. 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 330 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 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 | 1433 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
