1954 BMW 340 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 340 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Because 1954 BMW 340 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 BMW 340. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 340 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | 340 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |