1971 BMW 3 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 3 | 312 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |