2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 452 kg more than 1955 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | C-MAX | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
