1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 624 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. 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 Mustang (637 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Mustang | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
