1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 444 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 2002 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
