2000 BMW 528 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 42 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 700 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 528 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
