1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Mazda |
| Model | 312 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
