1998 Ford Contour vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 40 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 451 kg more than 1958 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Contour | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
