2000 BMW 328 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. 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 328 (279 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 328 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
