1959 BMW 502 vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1959 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 502 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
