1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 25 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 345 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 208 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
