1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Wartburg | BMW |
Model | 312 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |