2009 BMW X5 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | X5 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
