1992 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1992 BMW 730 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 730 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
