1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 544 kg more than 1965 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 512 BB | 311 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
