1988 BMW 730 vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 730 | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | 730 | T603 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |