2005 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 740 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | M3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |