1977 Mercedes-Benz W 123 Coupe vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, both 1977 Mercedes-Benz W 123 Coupe and 1977 Tatra T613 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz W 123 Coupe.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz W 123 Coupe | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | W 123 Coupe | T613 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 167 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
