2009 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 325 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |