1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 644 kg more than 1957 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Thunderbird | 312 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
