2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 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 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 117 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Taurus X | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| 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 | 264 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
