2007 BMW 130 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 130 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
