2004 BMW 745 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1957 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 745 (451 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 745 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
