1992 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1992 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 650 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, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Thunderbird | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Thunderbird | 312 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| 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 | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
