1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP) has 701 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | F50 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
