2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 45 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 880 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 612 | 312 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |