2006 BMW 530 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 530 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
