2003 Ford GT vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | GT | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
