1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | GT 40 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 40 L |
