2005 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 325 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
