2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 880 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Crown Victoria | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |