1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, both 1966 BMW 1600 and 1966 Wartburg 353 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 1600 | 353 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |