1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Wartburg | BMW |
| Model | 311 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
