2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2291 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Excursion | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 43 L |
