1963 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Tatra T603 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Tatra | BMW |
Model | T603 | 520 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |