2009 BMW X5 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | X5 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
