1959 BMW 503 vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1959 BMW 503 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 503 | T107 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 118 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |