1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 19 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 180 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 2002 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
