1983 Tatra T613 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 28 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, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1983 Tatra T613. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Tatra | BMW |
| Model | T613 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2761 mm |
