1982 Tatra T613 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Tatra T613 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Tatra T613 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Tatra | BMW |
| Model | T613 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
