2004 BMW 760 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP) has 389 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 760 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 760 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
