2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 756 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | F-150 | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |