1961 BMW 501 vs. 1975 Tatra T613
To start off, 1975 Tatra T613 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T613 (167 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T613 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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, 1975 Tatra T613 (270 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1975 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1975 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 501 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
