2008 BMW 316 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 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 2008 BMW 316 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 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | BMW | Wartburg |
| Model | 316 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
