1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 548 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 904 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Wartburg | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1.3 l Tourist | SL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 605 HP |
Torque | 96 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |