2008 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 330 | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 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 | 390 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |