1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Falcon | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Falcon | 311 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3705 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |