1979 BMW 732 vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 732 | T603 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |