2009 BMW 328 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 54 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 328 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
