1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | F-250 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
