2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | E-250 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
