1957 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
Because 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider 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 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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:
| 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | 340 Spider | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
