2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2250 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Excursion | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |