1988 BMW 535 vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1980 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 BMW 535.
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, 1988 BMW 535 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Tatra T613. 1988 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1980 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1980 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 535 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 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 |
