2009 Ford Flex vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Flex | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |