2008 Ford Escape vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 755 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. 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 Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escape | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
