2007 BMW 318 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 318 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
