1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 3.3 | 311 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |