1999 BMW 740 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 44 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1075 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 740 | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |