1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 2002 | T600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |