1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 5.8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
