2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1966 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 E-150 (373 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | E-150 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| 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 | 225 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
