1988 BMW 524 vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 524 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
