1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (360 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 923 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 2012 Infiniti M 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 2012 Infiniti M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Wartburg | Infiniti |
| Model | 1.3 l Tourist | M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2901 mm |
