2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 50 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 30 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Bantam | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
