2007 BMW 323 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 560 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 323 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
