2007 BMW 335 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 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 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. 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, 1966 Wartburg 353, 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 335 | 353 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| 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 | 302 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
