1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 546 kg more than 1955 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | Testarossa | 312 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
