2005 Ford Taurus vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 50 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 338 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Taurus | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
