2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | E-250 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
