1998 BMW 323 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 323 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
