2000 Ford Contour vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 282 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Contour | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |