1973 BMW 525 vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 15 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, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 BMW 525.
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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 525 | T603 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |