2008 Ford Focus vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 147 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 Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Focus | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
