2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 49 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 430 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 360 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
