2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 49 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2060 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Excursion | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
