1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 208 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
