2008 BMW 535 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 535 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 535 | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |