1982 Tatra T613 vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 1982 Tatra T613 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1982 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Tatra T613 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613. 1974 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1982 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1982 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Tatra T613 | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | Tatra | AC |
| Model | T613 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
