1971 BMW 3 vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 3 | T107 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
