2003 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1988 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 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | BMW | Wartburg |
Model | X5 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |