1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 650 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Thunderbird | 311 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
