1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Tatra T613.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | 5.8 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
