1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 625 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Falcon | 311 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |