1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1956 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 400 | 311 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |