1985 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 30 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 325 weights approximately 202 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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 325 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
