1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 19 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 310 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 308 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
