2006 BMW 745 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 18 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1165 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 2006 BMW 745 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 2006 BMW 745. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 745 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make BMW Wartburg
Model 745 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 2006 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4423 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 2115 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2460 mm


 

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