1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 21 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 617 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
