2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fusion | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
