2004 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 635 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, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 325 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
