1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 345 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Maverick | 312 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
