2001 BMW 745 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1965 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 745 | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |