2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 51 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 492 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 370 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 612 | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 589 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |