1983 Tatra T613 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613. 2006 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1983 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1983 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Tatra | BMW |
| Model | T613 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2770 mm |
