1977 BMW 528 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 528 | T603 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |