1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1962 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 400 | 311 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 43 L |