1990 BMW 520 vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 42 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. 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 BMW 520 (186 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 520 | T107 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
