2000 BMW 316 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 316 | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |