2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1963 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | Z4 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
