2001 BMW 320 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 320 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
