1977 Ford Maverick vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Maverick (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 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, 1977 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Maverick | 311 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
