1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 1977 Tatra T613 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Tatra T613. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1977 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1977 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 3.3 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2990 mm |
