1999 BMW 750 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1958 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 750 (490 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 750 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
