1990 Tatra T613 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1990 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Tatra T613 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Tatra | BMW |
Model | T613 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |