2007 Ford Edge vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312.
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, 2007 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Edge | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
