2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 785 kg more than 1962 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2001 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Thunderbird | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
