1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | Coupe | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
