2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 338 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 Mustang (447 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Mustang | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
