1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 BMW 1602 is newer by 1 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1602 (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 1602 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| 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 | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
