2000 BMW 528 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 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 @ 7400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1962 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 528 (279 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 528 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
