2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 895 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Freestar | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
