2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 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 Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Freestyle | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |