2008 BMW X5 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1120 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 X5 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | X5 | 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 | 228 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |