2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2256 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 Excursion (475 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Excursion | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 43 L |