1999 BMW V12 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 670 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 V12 (909 Nm) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | V12 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
