1957 BMW Isetta vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, both 1957 BMW Isetta and 1957 Wartburg 312 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Wartburg 312 (36 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1957 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1957 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW Isetta | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | Isetta | 312 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 36 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 366 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2460 mm |
