2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 520 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Mustang | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |