2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 147 kg more than 1963 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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Taurus X | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
