2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1886 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | F-150 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
