1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 144 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 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 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 2002 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
