2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 42 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 558 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Falcon | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
