2007 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible, 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 335 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
