DTM in the 1989 season. Full information

6th season of the DTM proved to be an exhilarating ride for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. Spanning from 9th April to 15th September in 1989, this season showcased thrilling races, unexpected twists, and fierce competition. Join us as we relive the excitement and drama that unfolded throughout this unforgettable season of DTM!

Beginners of the season: Karl Wendlinger , Roland Ratzenberger , Ornulf Wirdheim , Gunther Murmann , Armin Bernhard , Oldrich Vanicek , Phillip Muller

List of races and tracks in the 1989 season

Race Winner Track Race Start
Zolder DTM 1989 Zolder DTM Race 1 Roberto Ravaglia
BMW M3 Evo, #15
Zolder 9th April 1989
Zolder DTM 1989 Zolder DTM Race 2 Roberto Ravaglia
BMW M3 Evo, #15
Zolder 9th April 1989
Hockenheim DTM 1989 Hockenheim DTM Race 1 Klaus Ludwig
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16, #1
Hockenheim 16th April 1989
Hockenheim DTM 1989 Hockenheim DTM Race 2 Johnny Cecotto
BMW M3 Evo, #14
Hockenheim 16th April 1989
Eifelrennen 1989 Eifelrennen Race 1 Steve Soper
BMW M3 Evo, #36
Nürburgring 30th April 1989
Eifelrennen 1989 Eifelrennen Race 2 Steve Soper
BMW M3 Evo, #36
Nürburgring 30th April 1989
Mainz-Finthen DTM 1989 Mainz-Finthen DTM Race 1 Roland Asch
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo, #4
Mainz-Finthen 14th May 1989
Mainz-Finthen DTM 1989 Mainz-Finthen DTM Race 2 Kurt Thiim
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16, #2
Mainz-Finthen 14th May 1989
Avusrennen 1989 Avusrennen Race 1 Roberto Ravaglia
BMW M3 Evo, #15
Avus 28th May 1989
Avusrennen 1989 Avusrennen Race 2 Klaus Niedzwiedz
Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth, #30
Avus 28th May 1989
Nurburgring DTM 1989 Nurburgring DTM Race 1 Alain Ferte
Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth, #8
Nürburgring 17th June 1989
Nurburgring DTM 1989 Nurburgring DTM Race 2 Alain Ferte
Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth, #8
Nürburgring 17th June 1989
Norisring DTM 1989 Norisring DTM Race 1 Kurt Thiim
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo, #2
Norisring 26th June 1989
Norisring DTM 1989 Norisring DTM Race 2 Alain Ferte
Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth, #8
Norisring 26th June 1989
Hockenheim DTM 1989 Hockenheim DTM Race 3 Johnny Cecotto
BMW M3 Evo, #14
Hockenheim 2nd July 1989
Hockenheim DTM 1989 Hockenheim DTM Race 4 Klaus Niedzwiedz
Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth, #30
Hockenheim 2nd July 1989
Diepholz DTM 1989 Diepholz DTM Race 1 Klaus Ludwig
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo, #1
Diepholz 6th August 1989
Diepholz DTM 1989 Diepholz DTM Race 2 Klaus Ludwig
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo, #1
Diepholz 6th August 1989
Nurburgring DTM 1989 Nurburgring DTM Race 3 Klaus Ludwig
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo, #1
Nürburgring 3rd September 1989
Nurburgring DTM 1989 Nurburgring DTM Race 4 Klaus Ludwig
Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo, #1
Nürburgring 3rd September 1989
Hockenheim DTM 1989 Hockenheim DTM Race 5 Klaus Niedzwiedz
Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth, #30
Hockenheim 15th September 1989
Hockenheim DTM 1989 Hockenheim DTM Race 6 Klaus Niedzwiedz
Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth, #30
Hockenheim 15th September 1989

Drivers championship 1989

Roberto Ravaglia

Italy

Champion

Klaus Niedzwiedz

Germany

2nd place

Fabien Giroix

France

3rd place

List of all cars in the 1989 season