1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 740 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 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
