1993 Porsche 965 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 965 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Porsche | Tatra |
| Model | 965 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2990 mm |
