1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 492 kg more than 1966 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 512 BB | 312 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
