1985 BMW 316 vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1985 BMW 316 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra T107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra T107 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 BMW 316.
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, 1985 BMW 316 (123 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1985 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 316 | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 316 | T107 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
