1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 202 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 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Porsche 911 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Porsche Wartburg
Model 911 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 1996 1990
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3164 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 96 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1152 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2460 mm


 

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