1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 685 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Gran Torino | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 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 | 245 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
