1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | Pickster | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |