1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 540 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Falcon | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
