1974 BMW 3 vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1974 BMW 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 3 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
