1988 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Tatra T613
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T613 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 1974 Tatra T613 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | M6 | T613 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |