2007 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1236 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | X5 | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |