2007 BMW X5 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | X5 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
