2009 BMW X5 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
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 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 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 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 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 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | X5 | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
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 | 475 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |