1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Aerostar | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
