1959 BMW 503 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 1979 Tatra T613 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 BMW 503. 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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 503 | T613 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |